Alapark Events
Park: Gulf
Native Animal Meet & Greet at Lake Shelby
When: 04/13/2026 at 01:00 PMMeeting Place: Lake Shelby Picnic Area
Stop by Lake Shelby Picnic Area between 1 PM to 2 PM to meet some of our native animals!
Park: Gulf
Exploring the History of Navigation
When: 04/14/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
This course offers a rich exploration of how human curiosity and ingenuity have shaped our ability to navigate the world
Park: Gulf
Guided Pier Walk
When: 04/14/2026 at 09:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier
Join our Naturalists as they guide you on an exclusive tour of the Pier!
Park: Gulf
Junior Rangers - Beach Explorers
When: 04/15/2026 at 02:00 PMGrab your junior ranger and join us for a beach walk!
Fees may apply.
Park: Gulf
Alligator Adventures
When: 04/15/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Come meet our baby alligators!
Park: Gulf
Earth's Grand Scale: A Journey Through Discovery
When: 04/16/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Join us for an exciting and in depth discussion about the beginnings of the Earths Scale!
Park: Cathedral Caverns
Cathedral Caverns & Forest School: Fungus Findings 4/16/26
When: 04/16/2026 at 02:00 PMMeeting Place: Gift Shop Patio
In this month's homeschool program, join us as we learn about mushrooms!
Fees may apply.
Park: DeSoto
Park Explorer Adventure Series: DeSoto Critter Crawl
When: 04/16/2026 at 04:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
This safari-style hike encourages kids to use their imaginations while learning real facts about each animal.
Park: Gulf
Seine Net Experience
When: 04/16/2026 at 09:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lake Shelby Picnic Pavilion
Learn how to use a seine net in our brackish water lakes, you never know what we might discover!
Park: DeSoto
April Junior Ranger Adventure Series
When: 04/16/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Geared for kids ages 5–12, but Junior Rangers of all ages are welcome!
Park: Lakepoint
Junior Ranger Adventure
When: 04/17/2026 at 04:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center
Join our interpretive team in adventuring through the park and earn your Junior Ranger badge!
Park: DeSoto
Park Explorer Adventure Series: Secrets of the Forest Floor
When: 04/17/2026 at 04:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Learn about the diverse flora and fascinating stories behind the park’s landscape while exploring its scenic trails.
Park: Cheaha
Scavenger Hunt
When: 04/17/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Interpretive Center
Get your list of items from the Interpretive Center and go on a self-guided tour around the mountain finding everything!
Fees may apply.
Park: Lakepoint
Herp Harmony Hike
When: 04/17/2026 at 08:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center
Join us for a guided nighttime adventure to explore the incredible world of frogs and toads!
Park: Cathedral Caverns
Beautiful Bats
When: 04/17/2026 at 01:30 PMMeeting Place: Gift Shop Patio
Visit between cave tours to discover a bit more about bats for International Bat Appreciation Day!
